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Mighty Microbes Lab & Germ Journal (Nancy B's Science Club)
SKU
043969
Grade 3-8
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
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Other Materials Optional
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Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Test your microbe knowledge with this Nancy B. Science Kit that includes the tools you need to explore the world of germs. This set includes plastic utensils - flask, stopper, funnel, four petri dishes, loupe (for better viewing), nutrient agar, dropper, tweezers, spreader, counter grid, and rubber gloves. A 22-page journal comes in the kit that includes 10 experiments with step-by-step instructions and space to write and record data.
Publisher's Description of Mighty Microbes Lab & Germ Journal (Nancy B's Science Club)
Is there science behind the five second rule? What kind of bacteria live on your toothbrush? Grow and observe bacteria and learn about different types of germs!
Shhh...Theyre Learning!
* Stimulates an interest in biology and microbiology
* Explores the concepts of bacteria and fungi, control and variable, and how microbes affect our everyday lives
* Provides hands-on experience with scientific tools
* Journaling activities encourage creativity
Cut to the Chase
* The Mighty Microbes Lab turns eww into aha! by encouraging study and understanding of (harmless) tiny colonies of bacteria and fungi
* Features 4 Petri dishes, 250 mL standing, round-bottomed flask with volume markings, and stopper with hole to fit on top of flask
* Also includes spreader for spreading bacteria, waterproof colony counter grid, loupe with 8x magnification, tweezers, funnel, pipette, gloves, and nutrient agar packet plus recipe to make more agar
* 22-Page activity journal
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Educational Insights |
| Grades: | 3-8 |
| EAN/UPC: | 086002053626 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.75 |
| Height in Inches: | 4.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.05 |
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